The Battle for the English Throne 1066

Who was Edward the Confessor?

• A famous knight

• The King of England before 1066

• A Viking warrior

• A Norman noble

What was the main reason for the succession crisis of 1066?

• Edward the Confessor had no children

• The Vikings invaded England

• The English people wanted a new king

• The Normans wanted to expand their territory

Who was Harold Godwinson?

• A Viking leader

• A Norman duke

• The Earl of Wessex

• A Scottish king

How did Harold Godwinson claim the throne of England?

• He was chosen by the Witan

• He was the son of Edward the Confessor

• He conquered England with an army

• He was promised the throne by the Pope

Who were the three main contenders for the English throne in 1066?

• Harold Godwinson, William of Normandy, Harald Hardrada

• Edward the Confessor, William of Normandy, Harald Hardrada

• Harold Godwinson, Edward the Confessor, Harald Hardrada

• William of Normandy, Harald Hardrada, Edward the Confessor

What was the Witan?

• A type of medieval weapon

• A council of nobles and clergy

• A Viking ship

• A Norman castle

Which battle did Harold Godwinson fight against Harald Hardrada?

• Battle of Hastings

• Battle of Stamford Bridge

• Battle of Fulford

• Battle of Bannockburn

What was the outcome of the Battle of Stamford Bridge?

• Harald Hardrada won

• Harold Godwinson won

• It was a draw

• William of Normandy won

Who was William of Normandy?

• A Viking king

• A French noble

• A Scottish prince

• A Norman duke

Why did William of Normandy believe he had a claim to the English throne?

• He was related to Edward the Confessor

• He was promised the throne by Harold Godwinson

• He was the son of Edward the Confessor

• He was chosen by the Witan